Behringer UCG102 User manual

User manual

Version 1.0 October 2006

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GUITAR LINK UCG102

This symbol, wherever it appears, alerts

you to the presence of uninsulated

dangerous voltage inside the

enclosure—voltage that may be

sufficient to constitute a risk of shock.

This symbol, wherever it appears, alerts

you to important operating and

maintenance instructions in the

accompanying literature. Please read

the manual.

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric

shock, do not remove the top

cover (or the rear section). No

user serviceable parts inside;

refer servicing to qualified

personnel.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or

electric shock, do not expose

this appliance to rain and

moisture. The apparatus shall

not be exposed to dripping or

splashing liquids and no objects

filled with liquids, such as vases,

shall be placed on the apparatus.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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DETAILED SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not install near any heat sources such as

radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other

apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce

heat.

8) Only use attachments/accessories specified

by the manufacturer.

9) Refer all servicing to qualified service

personnel. Servicing is required when the

apparatus has been damaged in any way, such

as power supply cord or plug is damaged, li-

quid has been spilled or objects have fallen

into the apparatus, the apparatus has been

exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate

normally, or has been dropped.

10) CAUTION - These service instructions are

for use by qualified service personnel only. To

reduce the risk of electric shock do not per-

form any servicing other than that contained in

the operation instructions.

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UCG102

GUITAR LINK

V Plug in your favorite guitar and turn your PC or Mac computer into a guitar amp and recording

system without the need for any other hardware

V Enjoy immediate access to "Guitar Combos BEHRINGER Edition" from Native Instruments—the

leading authentic guitar amp and stomp box modeling software

V Package also includes Kristal 16-track music production and Audacity editing software

V Works directly with your PC or Mac computer—ultra-low latency ASIO drivers for PC included

V Stereo Headphone output lets you jam with your computer and can also be used for monitoring

with active monitor speakers

V Variable-speed file playback function for MP3, WAV, AIFF audio files—perfect for easy

learning and practicing

V Powered via USB—no additional power supply required

V High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life

V Conceived and designed by BEHRINGER Germany

The Ultimate Guitar-to-USB Interface to Jam and Record with Killer Modeling Amps and

Effects

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FOREWORD

Dear customer,

Welcome to the team of BEHRINGER users, and thank you very much

for expressing your confidence in us by purchasing this UCG102.

Writing this foreword for you gives me great pleasure, because it represents

the culmination of many months of hard work delivered by our

engineering team to achieve a very ambitious goal: to design a USB

interface that allows a guitar to be connected directly to the computer,

convinces through its excellent sound and offers a maximum of flexibility

and performance. The task of designing our new UCG102 certainly

meant a great deal of responsibility, which we assumed by focusing on

you, the discerning user and musician. Meeting your expectations also

meant a lot of work and night shifts. But it was fun, too. Developing a

product usually brings a lot of people together, and what a great feeling

it is when all who participated in such a project can be proud of what

they’ve achieved.

It is our philosophy to share our enjoyment with you, because you are

the most important member of the BEHRINGER team. With your highly competent suggestions for

new products you’ve made a significant contribution to shaping our company and making it successful.

In return, we guarantee you uncompromising quality as well as excellent technical and audio properties

at an extremely reasonable price. All of this will enable you to give free rein to your creativity without

being hampered by budget constraints.

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We are often asked how we manage to produce such high-quality devices at such unbelievably low

prices. The answer is quite simple: it’s you, our customers! Many satisfied customers mean large sales

volumes enabling us to get better purchasing terms for components, etc. Isn’t it only fair to pass this

benefit on to you? Because we know that your success is our success too!

I would like to thank everyone that made the UCG102 possible in the first place. You have all made

your own personal contributions, from the developers to the many other employees at this company,

and to you, the BEHRINGER user.

My friends, it’s been worth the effort!

Thank you very much,

Uli Behringer

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 INTRODUCTION ........................ 8

1.1 Before you get started ..................... 8

1.1.1 Shipment .................................. 8

1.1.2 Online registration ................... 9

2 CONTROLS AND

CONNECTIONS ....................... 10

3 SOFTWARE ............................. 12

3.1 Included software .......................... 12

3.2 System requirements ..................... 15

3.3 Device drivers and latency ............ 16

4 APPLICATION EXAMPLES ..... 17

4.1 Operation of the connector ............ 17

4.2 Connection to a guitar .................... 18

5 AUDIO CONNECTIONS ........... 19

5.1 Wiring .............................................. 19

5.2 Headphone connection .................. 20

5.3 USB cable ....................................... 20

6 SPECIFICATIONS .................... 21

7 WARRANTY ............................. 22

FCC—FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS

COMMISSION COMPLIANCE

INFORMATION ................... 26

GUITAR LINK UCG102

Thank you for expressing your confidence in us

by purchasing the GUITAR LINK UCG102. Your

computer will become the ultimate working plat-

form on which you can use the classic effects, in

the studio as well as on stage. With a notebook, a

guitar and the UCG102, it is now possible to work

on the go, be it train or hotel.The GUITAR LINK

UCG102’s scope of delivery includes a first-class

modeling software with virtual amps and effects

pedals. Accompany songs in MP3-, WAV- and

AIFF-format which you can play from your PC or

Mac computer. A headphone connection with a

volume regulator is also available so that you

can enjoy the session with your favorite volumes

undisturbed, entirely after the motto “Plug‘n

Rock”..

1 INTRODUCTION

1.1 Before you get started

1.1.1 Shipment

Your GUITAR LINK UCG102 was carefully

packed at the assembly plant to assure secure

transport. Should the condition of the cardboard

box suggest that damage may have taken place,

please inspect the unit immediately and look for

physical indications of damage.

 Damaged equipment should NEVER be

sent directly to us. Please inform the

dealer from whom you acquired the unit

immediately as well as the transportation

company from which you took delivery.

Otherwise, all claims for replacement/

repair may be rendered invalid.

 Please always use the original

packaging to avoid damage due to

storage or shipping.

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1 INTRODUCTION

 Never let unsupervised children play

with the device or with its packaging.

 Please dispose of all packaging

materials in an environmentally

friendly fashion.

1.1.2 Online registration

Please, do remember to register your new

BEHRINGER equipment right after your purchase

by visiting www.behringer.com (alternatively

www.behringer.de) and kindly read the terms and

conditions of our warranty carefully.

Should your BEHRINGER product malfunction,

our goal is to have it repaired as quickly as pos-

sible. To arrange for warranty service, please con-

tact the retailer from whom the equipment was

purchased. Should your BEHRINGER dealer not

be located in your vicinity, you may directly con-

tact one of our subsidiaries. Corresponding con-

tact information is included in the original

equipment packaging (Global Contact Informati-

on/European Contact Information). Should your

country not be listed, please contact the distribu-

tor nearest you.

A list of distributors can be found in the support

area of our website (www.behringer.com).

Registering your purchase and equipment with

us helps us process your repair claims quicker and

more efficiently.

Thank you for your cooperation!

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2 CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS

You can connect the UCG102 directly to an amp by means of the jack connector and to your PC or Mac

computer by using the USB connector. The USB connection supplies the power for the UCG102.

Fig. 2.1: Control elements and connections

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You can connect the guitar to your

computer via USB connection. The blue

control LED ( ) indicates that a

connection to the computer has been

established.

The VOLUME control adjusts the volume

level of the headphones output. Turn the

control fully to the left before you connect

the headphones. This helps you avoid the

damage that is caused by high volume

settings.

You can use a commercially available ¼"

jack for the -connection.

 We would like to draw your attention to

the fact that extremely loud sound levels

may damage your hearing as well as your

headphones/loudspeakers. Turn the

VOLUME control fully clockwise before

you switch on the unit. Be careful to se-

lect a suitable volume at all times.

You can connect the UCG102 to your guitar

via the guitar input (¼" jack). Use a

commercial ¼" mono jack cable.

You can modify the guitar signal with the

LEVEL switch. At high signal levels, the

CLIP LED (above the BEHRINGER LOGO)

will light up red in which case you should

set the LEVEL switch to LOW.

The blue LED indicates the status of the

USB connection.

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3 SOFTWARE

3.1 Included software

The UCG102 comes with a complete software

bundle which allows you to start immediately.

The software package consists of:

V Native Instruments “Guitar Combos

BEHRINGER Edition”—3 different combos

(PC/Mac)

V Kristal Audio Engine (PC)

V Audacity

(PC/Mac)

V BEHRINGER USB AUDIO-Driver (PC)

Enjoy the direct access to fantastic “GUITAR

COMBOS” from Native Instruments which are to

be found on the provided CD with the installation

guide and user’s manual.

The Native Instruments “Guitar Combos

BEHRINGER Edition” series combines out-

standing sound quality with maximum ease of

use and playability.

Classic Combos

The GUITAR COMBOS perfectly recreate three

classic combos, using the same critically

acclaimed technology that has already won

GUITAR RIG numerous industry awards. The

lovingly emulated tube combos have an

absolutely authentic, warm and dynamic sound,

producing the purest of tones. The different presets

only hint at the wide musical spectrum covered

by these classic amps.

Professional Sound

The GUITAR COMBOS utilize the same Dynamic

Tube Response technology that was developed

for GUITAR RIG, giving the series the same

exceptional sound quality. The GUITAR COMBOS

are perfectly suited to musicians with little or no

experience of professional music software. A

computer, sound card, a guitar and these combos

are all that is needed to enjoy the sound of

professional studio productions.

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The Full Spectrum

The GUITAR COMBO I (AC Box Combo) is the

popular role model that revolutionized British

pop music. From soft to distorted—this combo

has a uniquely inspiring sonic character. The

GUITAR COMBO II (Twang Combo) is the

epitome of the clean and crunchy blues sound.

Over the course of several decades this warm and

unmistakeable sound has made a valuable

contribution to countless hits. Based on the famous

tube amps that spawned the guitar legends of

the late 60s and early 70s, the GUITAR COMBO

III (Plexi Combo) embodies the rock sound. Its

distinctive and individual tone can be as warm as

it can be hard.

Features

V Based on award-winning GUITAR RIG

amps, cabinets and effects

V Three unique combos, each with their own

characteristic design and sound

V Intuitive user-interface and particularly easy

to use

V Outstanding, professional sound quality and

performance

V Every combo includes a tuner, noise gate

and limiter

V Additional, individual pre and post effects

for each combo

V Integrated Tapedeck for playback of audio

files as well as a metronome

V Presets included as well as option to save

your own additional, personal presets

V Full MIDI compatibility including MIDI learn

functions

After installing the software, you can test 3

different amp simulations for 30 days.

Subsequently, you have to choose one of the

amps which then needs to be registered on the

dedicated NI-BEHRINGER Internet page at:

www.native-instruments.com/comboshop.info

Here you will find an overview with a brief

description of the 3 combos that are provided.

Furthermore, the steps of purchase as well as how

to use your coupon are described in the top part

of the page (see Fig. 3.1). For example, click

“Order GUITAR COMBO I” to order Combo I, then

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follow the instructions found in the NI-

BEHRINGER-Shop, i.e. the shopping cart.

Fig. 3.1: Starting of NI-BEHRINGER-Shop

Figure 3.2 shows the second step “2. Product

Details” found in the NI-BEHRINGER-Shop. After

that, your purchase is not far off.

Fig. 3.2: Second step “2. Product Details” of

NI-BEHRINGER-Shop

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3.2 System requirements

To connect the GUITAR LINK UCG102 to a

computer, you need a free USB slot.

 The UCG102 is compatible with both PCs

and Mac computers. Therefore, no

installation procedure or drivers are

required for the correct functioning of the

UCG102. As soon as you connect the

UCG102 to a free USB slot, it will be

recognized as generic USB audio device.

 If you want to make use of the included

drivers and applications, please observe

the system requirements of the

respective manufacturers.

If you want to use the guitar for real-time

applications on the PC, for example, to record or

to use with the provided “Guitar Combos” from

Native Instruments, we strongly recommend the

installation of the included USB audio driver to

ensure a low latency (see Chapter 3.3).

To work with the software that comes with the guitar, your computer must meet the following minimum

requirements:

PC MAC

Operating system Windows XP Mac OS X v10.3.x

Processor

Pentium 700 MHz

Athlon XP 1.33 GHz

G4 733 MHz

RAM 256 MB 512 MB

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3.3 Device drivers and latency

A device driver is an interface that ensures

communication between the software (audio

application) and the hardware (your UCG102). In

recent years, the PC platform has witnessed the

establishment of several different driver models

for sound cards. Some of these drivers cannot be

used for simultaneous recording and playback or

for working with software plug-ins, since they do

not support the full performance provided by

professional sound cards and cause a long time

delay (this is called “latency”).

With standard Windows applications, you don’t

need to worry about which driver is currently being

used by the operating system. You only need to

select the correct playback device via the Windows

operating system’s “Control Panel”.

However, as soon as you start to produce or record

computer-based music and work with special

audio software such as Cubase, Live, Logic,

Tracktion, or others, you should make sure that

you selected an ASIO driver. This driver model

supports the full range of functions offered by

your hardware and gives you the best

performance.

With the USB Audio Driver, we have already

included one of the fastest ASIO drivers currently

available.

You will normally find the selection of a driver

model for computer hardware in the standard

default settings of the software you are using. If

necessary, check the documentation for your

software. Use the control panel to set up a lower

latency. The smaller the value, the better. If audio

dropouts occur, try increasing the latency in stages.

With the OS X operating system, there is only

one driver model, the CoreAudio driver. Thus,

there’s no need to worry about selecting a driver.

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4 APPLICATION EXAMPLE

You can connect the UCG102 directly to your computer in order to record, play along to a playback or

play directly over the modeling amps and effects. The UCG102 lets you get started immediately,

wherever you are. Simply hook up and start to rock.

4.1 Operation of the connector

Fig. 4.1: Wiring of the UCG102

Use the USB cable to connect the GUITAR LINK

UCG102 to your computer. The USB unit of the

UCG102 is bus powered—no separate power

supply is needed. The blue LED ( ) lights up

and the system indicates the connection of a

USB audio unit.

Connect your headphones to the PHONES

connector on the UCG102.

If you don’t want to use your headphones, you

can also connect a pair of active monitors to the

PHONES connector—the BEHRINGER MONITOR

SPEAKERS Series, MS16, MS20, MS40,

B2030A or B2031A are perfect choices for this

application.

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5 AUDIO CONNECTIONS

With the integrated USB interface, you can change your computer to an ultimate recording studio.

Whether you rehearse at home or in the studio, the used audio connections always remain the same.

5.1 Wiring

You connect the UCG102 to your guitar via a standard instrument cable.

Fig. 5.1: Unbalanced instrument cable with ¼" TS connector

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5.2 Headphone connection

The UCG102 provides a connection for head-

phones. You can connect any standard com-

mercial headphone with a ¼" TRS jack plug. For

mini TRS jack plugs, you will need a suitable

adapter. You can see the required pin allocation

from the following diagram.

Fig. 5.2: TRS stereo connector

5.3 USB cable

The UCG102 comes with a USB cable for con-

necting USB-compatible devices like notebooks.

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6 SPECIFICATIONS

GUITAR IN

Connector ¼" TRS

Input Impedance (High) 250 kΩ

Input Impedance (Low) 400 kΩ

PHONES OUT

Connector 1/8" TRS stereo jack

Output impedance approx. 50 Ω

Max. output pegel -2 dBu,

2 x 3.7 mW @ 100 Ω

USB 1.1

Connector type A

DIGITAL PROCESSING

Converter 16-bit converter

Sample rate 32.0 / 44.1 / 48 kHz

POWER SUPPLY

USB

connection 5 V , 100 mA max.

DIMENSIONS/WEIGHT

Dimensions

(H x W x D) 24.6 mm x 95.6 mm x 50.8 mm

0.97" x 3.75" x 2.00"

Cable length 150 mm

Weight 0.092 kg

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS (PC / MAC)

Windows XP, Pentium 700 MHz or Athlon XP 1.33 GHz,

256 MB RAM

Mac OS X v10.3.x, G4 733 MHz, 512 MB RAM

DRIVER

Windows BEHRINGER USB AUDIO

Mac OS X Core Audio

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BEHRINGER is constantly striving to maintain the highest professional standards. As a result of these efforts, modifications may be made from

time to time to existing products without prior notice. Specifications and appearance may differ from those listed or illustrated.

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